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Jamie and Carson: Aortic Valve

March 29, 2024

When Jamie was soon due to have her son, Carson, she went to the hospital feeling unwell with a fever. After being transported to Abbot Northwestern Hospital, cardiologists discovered Jamie had a congenital heart condition called endocarditis, an infection that destroyed her aortic valve. She needed her valve replaced immediately after delivering her baby via C-section, but experienced severe complications. Listen to Jamie's story to hear how she and Carson and doing today.

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Heart Valve Disease Awareness Day 2025

Heart Valve Disease Awareness Day 2025

"From Basics to Breakthroughs: Heart Valve Health and Vitality" is a free-to-attend educational event designed to inform local community members about the latest breakthroughs in valvular heart disease. Join us on Saturday, February 22nd, at the Lafayette Club in Minnetonka Beach, MN.

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